Press Release: Chamber of Commerce Hawaii’s Sector Partnerships Convene 50 Educators and Industry Leaders at Second Annual Educator Community of Practice
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, in partnership with AE Consulting, hosted the second annual Bridging Education & Industry: Hawaii Sector Partnerships Educator Community of Practice on April 22, 2026, at the Entrepreneurs Sandbox.
KHON2 News, Living 808: Hawaiʻi National Guard: Community strength, leadership, readiness
From disaster response to decades of leadership, members of the Hawaiʻi National Guard are sharing how service has shaped their lives and strengthened communities across the islands.
Hawaii News Now Covering the Cost: How to lower the cost of doing business in Hawaii
Experts say high costs of labor, rent, utilities, taxes and shipping, along with strict regulations, hamper business growth, making Hawaii among the worst states to do business, according to national surveys and rankings. The Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii’s 2030 Blueprint aims to address these long-standing issues through policy changes.
Spotlight Now: Chamber of Commerce Hawaii CEO Sherry Menor
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii CEO Sherry Menor says uncertainty and high costs are straining small businesses, and urges residents to buy local.
Big Island Now: Opportunity Zones 2.0 Market Activation Summit set to convene at beginning of June
Developers, investors, state and county leaders and community organizations, among others, are invited to a deep dive into the state’s newly updated Opportunity Zones 2.0 program.
Maui Now: Hawaii Announces Opportunity Zones 2.0 Market Activation Summit
The state of Hawai‘i, through the Office of the Governor, Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism and the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, in partnership with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i, is convening the Opportunity Zones 2.0 Market Activation Summit on Monday, June 1, 2026, at the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center and the John A. Burns School of Medicine with a virtual attendance option available.
Press Release: Coffee Talks Presented by Navian Hawaii Returns with “Built to Engage” Focus on Workplace Connection and Communication
Designed as an interactive morning professional development experience, Coffee Talks brings together industry experts and local leaders to explore timely workplace topics that strengthen communication, collaboration, and organizational culture across Hawaii’s diverse business community.
Press Release: Moanalua Middle School Student Wins 2026 National Civics Bee® Hawaii State Finals
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, with support from presenting sponsor Honolulu Star-Advertiser, hosted the second annual National Civics Bee® Hawaii State Finals on Saturday, April 18, at Kaimuki High School’s auditorium.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Honolulu’s Economic Revitalization Office faces defunding
A city agency tasked with leading Oahu’s economic development appears to be closer to having its funding cut and a majority of its positions slashed by the Honolulu City Council.
Hawaii News Now: Preview of next months Hawaii on the Hill event
We’re previewing next month’s Hawaii on the Hill event now in its 10th year!